Best 6 Basic Coconut Cookies Recipes

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Calling all coconut enthusiasts! Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a delightful culinary journey into the world of coconut cookies. These heavenly treats are a symphony of flavors and textures, combining the tropical sweetness of coconut with the comforting warmth of butter and sugar. Our collection of coconut cookie recipes caters to every palate, from classic drop cookies to chewy macaroons and sophisticated sandwich cookies filled with luscious coconut cream. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting, these recipes will guide you effortlessly to coconut cookie perfection. So, preheat your oven, gather your ingredients, and let's embark on a delightful baking adventure together!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BASIC COCONUT MACAROONS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 40m

Yield about 30 macaroons

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 large egg whites
1/2 cup sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 14-ounce package sweetened shredded coconut

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Whisk the egg whites, sugar, salt and vanilla in a large bowl until combined; fold in the coconut.
  • Scoop heaping tablespoonfuls of the coconut mixture about 1 inch apart onto the baking sheet. Use your fingers to form into pyramids. Bake until golden brown around the edges, 20 to 25 minutes. Let cool 10 minutes on the baking sheet, then transfer to a rack to cool completely.

COCONUT COOKIES



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Our coconut cookies are a cross between a coconut macaroon and a chewy butter cookie.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Time 1h

Yield Makes 36

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (14 ounces) sweetened shredded coconut (5 1/3 cups)
1 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup (1 stick) chilled unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, (spooned and leveled)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Set aside 2 loosely packed cups of coconut on a plate. Place remaining coconut in a food processor along with sugar, salt, and baking powder; process until finely ground. Add butter, and process just until no lumps remain. Add egg and vanilla; process just until smooth. Add flour; pulse until a crumbly dough begins to form, scraping sides of bowl as needed (do not overmix).
  • Forming 5 or 6 at a time, scoop level tablespoons of dough, and place in reserved coconut. Roll into balls, coating with coconut.
  • Arrange balls, about 2 inches apart, on baking sheets. Bake until lightly golden, 23 to 25 minutes. Cool on baking sheets 1 to 2 minutes; transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

BASIC COCONUT COOKIES



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This recipe uses a pre-made mix that can be stored for several weeks at room temperature. You can look at the recipe for Basic Cookie Mix here at Allrecipes.com! Use 2 cups for this recipe. Add the following ingredients to the mix for coconut cookies.

Provided by Mellan

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Fruit Cookie Recipes     Coconut

Time 45m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 5

½ cup butter
2 cups basic cookie mix
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup flaked coconut

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).
  • Melt butter over low heat and stir into the Basic Cookie Mix. Beat egg lightly and add to mixture. Stir in vanilla and coconut and mix well.
  • With lightly floured hands shape into 1 inch balls and arrange about 2 inches apart on a greased cookie sheet.
  • Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until golden. Cool a couple of minutes before removing from cookie sheet to racks to complete cooling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 128 calories, Carbohydrate 17.1 g, Cholesterol 24.3 mg, Fat 6 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 126.3 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

COCONUT COOKIES



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Make these coconut cookies for the perfect pick-me-up. They're coated in luxurious dark chocolate and toasted coconut sprinkles

Provided by Liberty Mendez

Categories     Afternoon tea

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 8

200g unsalted butter, softened
75g caster sugar
75g light brown soft sugar
1 tsp vanilla bean paste
1 large egg
275g plain flour
125g desiccated coconut, toasted and cooled
100g dark chocolate

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 190C/170C fan/gas 5. Beat the butter in a large bowl using an electric whisk or in a stand mixer until very soft. Beat in both sugars and the vanilla until light and fluffy, then beat in the egg until just combined. Sift in the flour and a pinch of salt and stir to combine. Fold in 100g of the toasted coconut.
  • Roll the dough into 14-16 balls (about 45g each) and arrange on a baking sheet lined with baking parchment, well spaced apart. Flatten each slightly using the palm of your hand and bake for 12-15 mins until golden brown and slightly firm to the touch. Leave to cool on the sheet briefly, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Break the chocolate into pieces and tip into a heatproof bowl, then melt in 20-second bursts in the microwave. Or set the bowl over a pan of simmering water, ensuring the bowl doesn't touch the water, stirring until smooth. Dip one half of each cookie into the melted chocolate, then lay on a sheet of baking parchment and sprinkle with the remaining toasted coconut. Leave to set for about 30 mins.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285 calories, Fat 18 grams fat, SaturatedFat 12 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 26 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 12 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 3 grams protein, Sodium 0.03 milligram of sodium

GRANDMA KRAUSE'S COCONUT COOKIES



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When my two daughters were young, their great-grandma made them coconut cookies with oats. Thankfully, she shared the recipe. —Debra Dorn, Dunnellon, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield about 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup shortening
1 cup sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup old-fashioned oats
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat shortening and sugars until blended. Beat in eggs and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into sugar mixture. Stir in oats and coconut., Divide dough into 4 portions. On a lightly floured surface, shape each into a 6-in.-long log. Wrap in waxed paper; freeze 2 hours or until firm., Preheat oven to 350°. Unwrap and cut dough crosswise into 1/2-in. slices, reshaping as needed. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on pans 5 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool., Freeze option: Place wrapped logs in a freezer container; return to freezer. To use, unwrap frozen logs and cut into slices. If necessary, let dough stand a few minutes at room temperature before cutting. Prepare and bake as directed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 56mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

IMPOSSIBLY EASY COCONUT PIE



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This impossibly easy coconut pie is legendary among the Bisquick™ community. With over 700 positive reviews, it's a one-bowl dessert that many Betty Crocker fans have been making for years. Creamy and custard-like this crustless pie can be prepped in just 10 minutes, so the next time you're craving coconut, you know what recipe to turn to. All you have to do is stir the flaked coconut, sugar, Bisquick™, butter, milk and eggs until well mixed and pour right into your pie plate. Easy, right?

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup flaked or shredded coconut
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup Original Bisquick™ mix
1/4 cup butter or margarine, softened
2 cups milk
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
4 eggs

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease 9-inch pie plate with shortening or cooking spray.
  • In medium bowl, stir all ingredients until blended. Pour into pie plate.
  • Bake 50 to 55 minutes or until golden brown and knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Cover and refrigerate any remaining pie.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 110 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 270 mg

Tips:

  • Use unsweetened coconut flakes for a healthier cookie.
  • Toast the coconut flakes in the oven for a richer flavor.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking for a chewier cookie.
  • Roll the dough into small balls and press them down with a fork for a classic coconut cookie shape.
  • Bake the cookies until they are golden brown around the edges.
  • Let the cookies cool on a wire rack before enjoying.

Conclusion:

These coconut cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. With their chewy texture, sweet coconut flavor, and classic shape, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a simple and satisfying cookie recipe, give these coconut cookies a try. You won't be disappointed!

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